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Kanatal

Kanatal is a hill station situated at the Chamba- Mussoorie road, offers a magnificent vision of the snow-capped mountain ranges and verdant green forests.

Accessibility:

Air: The nearest airport to Kantal is Jolly Grant in Dehradun (95kms) and Indian Airlines operate regular flights from Delhi to Dehradun. From Dehradun airport, the visitor will have to hire a taxi or cab to reach Kanatal. State buses are also available at regular intervals.

Rail: The nearest railway links to Kanatal is provided by Dehradun and Haridwar. Shatabdi Express and Doon Express are the trains that provide regular service to both these stations, from New Delhi. From the stations, you will have to hire a cab to reach Kanatal or board the state buses.

Road: Kanatal is also well connected by roads. It is at a distance of 300 km from Delhi. There are two feasible road routes to the place, from the national capital. One is Via Haridwar to Rishikesh where the uphill road through Narendra Nagar and Agrakhal takes you to Chamba. It’s a well maintained road with no road slides. Thereon, take the Chamba-Mussoorie road to reach Kantal.

Things to do:

Ayurveda & Spa
Kanatal Resorts, a concept based spa resort, offers an enticing opportunity to pamper yourself through spas and a full body Ayurvedic treatment. One can specifically go for the Ayurvedic treatment as the nature is at its unadulterated best in Kanatal. The traditional herbal cures to counter mental and body stress through a variety of spa treatments is something to check out for.

Nature Walks
Kanatal is the perfect choice for nature lovers who constantly seek the company of nature. One can find some natural hide-outs to relax and unwind. Nature walks are just the right thing to unwind and enjoy the phenomenal beauty and charm of this small hill station. Tourists can go for nature walks in the evening. Take care to return before it's too dark. Early morning is also a great time to explore the flora and fauna of the area when everything is as fresh as morning dew. Ensure that you make minimum noise and do not disturb the nature. Take your binoculars along.

Trekking & Hiking
Outdoor activities like trekking and hiking are an exciting option for the more adventurous souls. The mountainous terrain of Kanatal offers interesting options to trek and hike. However, if trekking is the overwhelming concern, it should be ensured that you go to Kanatal in the summer season. Trekking can be combined with camping in the area to complete the amazing experience and make it more fun. Make sure that you carry your trekking shoes and hiking equipment along.